Dreams of Christmas Eve
In Sarnano's centro storico it is quiet, dark and cold at the end of December. Lamps are turned off to save electricity. Strands of light from the television seep into the kitchen. A man prepares the Christmas Eve dinner...
Special coverage of the 2021 Italian local elections that will be held on 3 and 4 October. Go to articles
Being Afro-European: An Interview
What is it like to be Afro-European living at the crossroads between Italy and the UK? We spoke to Eddie as part of a larger research project.
West Nile Virus: The Deep Connection Between The Rise Of Cases In Italy And Climate Change
The dramatic spread of the West Nile virus in Italy is just one of the several consequences of climate change, and without solid and coordinated international action to tackle the climate crisis these viruses will soon invade every country regardless of its temperatures.
Italy Will Have Its First Female Prime Minister: Should We Celebrate?
It appears that Italy will welcome right-wing leader Giorgia Meloni as its prime minister — finally a woman — but at which cost?
Meet Italy’s Next Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni
Ambiguities over Europe and clear neo-fascist sympathies in her party worry the establishment. So, what will Giorgia Meloni do now?
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Black Friday 50% Off Sale On Davide Delgrossi’s Italian Courses
Hurry up! Promotion ends on Sunday 27th of November at 6pm EST time.
Learn Italian At Your Own Pace With Davide Delgrossi. Take... Read More
Italy Election 2022: Live Updates
Italians are heading to the polls to choose the formation of Parliament in the general election.
Today September 25, Italians are heading to the polls to... Read More
Italy Election 2022: The Electoral Programs
A brief overview of where the main Italian political parties stand on different topics such as Europe, energy, rights and the economy.
In the electoral campaign period, political parties’ programs become scrutinized... Read More
The Italian Electoral Law Explained
On 25 September Italy will hold elections, but the electoral law outlines a very complex electoral system which presents several critical aspects.
On September 25 Italy will hold elections to choose the... Read More
The Best Italian Goalkeepers of All Time
We present the best Italian goalkeepers of all time.
There’s little doubt that football is Italy’s favorite and integral... Read More
Civita di Bagnoregio: The City In The Sky
Time traveling and romanticizing different eras aside, everyone should bookmark Civita di Bagnoregio in their must-see towns in Italy.
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Super Mario’s Government Falls Apart As Turbulent Politics Returns
Political disagreement and maneuverings in the cabinet forced Mario Draghi to resign as Prime Minister of a national unity government. Italy will now hold a snap election in September.
Many pundits have noted how strange the present crisis has... Read More
On an Unglorified, Little-Trekked Hemingway Trail in Northern Italy
Before going on assignment to a conflict zone, one journalist takes his son to revisit Hemingway's warpath across Italy.
We missed the turnoff, above which was a sign of... Read More
Sustainable Italy: Is Italy Becoming A Dust Bowl?
With water now scarce on the peninsula, is Italy about to become a desert? We look at some solutions to the threat of the Italian dust bowl.
Sustainable Italy is a column created in collaboration with Rethinking... Read More
Being Black in Italy: An Interview
What is it like to be black in Italy? We spoke to Awa about her experiences as a black Italian, as part of a larger research project.
Awa is 23 years old and was born in Senegal.... Read More
Comacchio: The Unknown Little Venice
Your next destination is Comacchio, where you will find canals, an epic bridge, and all the eel you can eat.
This is the floating city you should be dying to... Read More
Columns
Opinions and guest essays
A Human Centric MIND Behind Innovative Cities
MIND is Milan’s the newest Silicon Valley-style area under development that makes us question the cost of innovation.
Prosumers Take Italy’s Energy Crisis Into Their Own Hands
Energy independence is crucial, now more than ever, and energy communities are proving this independence might be possible.
Sustainable Italy: The Role Of Youth In Italians’ Institutions?
We speak of climate action and saving future generations. How do the youth play a role with different stakeholders in saving the planet?
Italy’s Green Technologies: From Sicilian Avocados To Wine Waste
While Italy lags behind in green technologies, there are some incredible examples of success. We share two of the most inspiring.
Sustainable Italy: From Russian Oil To Moroccan Renewable Energy
After Russia, Italy seeks a strategic partnership with Morocco. Renewable energy is now key to the energy independence countries must achieve.
Ask An Italian
Have you ever wondered what is life in Italy? We got you covered.
The Italian Axiom: Crisis & ‘Rossobruni’ Who Don’t Keep In Line
Propaganda and ‘Rossobrunismo’ worry and dishearten the young and the old.
Vegan Italian Fast Food… In America?
An Italian fast food chain traveling west and winding up in Los Angeles? It seemed random, an impossible dream, even absurd. But it turned out to be true.
